I'm guessing that the cholesterol our bodies manufacture due to heredity, and as a response to inflammation play a bigger role in the development of heart disease than dietary cholesterol. And as I understand it, sugar triggers an inflammatory reaction when it's consumed, so there may actually be something to that. I normally adhere to a controlled-carb maintenance diet, that consists of a higher-than-average amount of animal protein. My cholesterol is inversed; The good levels are abnormally high, and the bad cholesterol is well below average, according to the doc.
I also consume a lot pistachios, cashews, and/or almonds daily; Much more than I'd be comfortable eating if I ate a standard American diet, because of their high caloric content. Peanut M&Ms are great for chocolate/ sweet cravings; They have a medium glycemic index.
Congratulations on the weight loss, btw. It sounds like you're doing great.
I also consume a lot pistachios, cashews, and/or almonds daily; Much more than I'd be comfortable eating if I ate a standard American diet, because of their high caloric content. Peanut M&Ms are great for chocolate/ sweet cravings; They have a medium glycemic index.
Congratulations on the weight loss, btw. It sounds like you're doing great.
